President Donald Trump has signed an executive order withdrawing the U.S. from the UN Human Rights Council and the UN’s Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA). The decision, announced during his meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, signals a major shift in U.S. foreign policy.
President Donald Trump has signed an executive order formally withdrawing the United States from the United Nations Human Rights Council. The move also includes ending US participation in the UN’s Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA), a decision that could have significant geopolitical implications.
Trump announced the order while hosting Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the White House. The two leaders are expected to discuss key issues, including Iran’s nuclear ambitions and US-Israel relations. The withdrawal aligns with Trump’s longstanding criticism of the UN, which he has accused of being biased against the US and Israel.
Meanwhile, the Senate Intelligence Committee has endorsed Tulsi Gabbard as the next Director of National Intelligence in a narrow 9-8 vote. Gabbard’s nomination remains controversial due to her past remarks on Russia and the defense of whistleblower Edward Snowden. The full Senate will vote on her confirmation in the coming weeks.
Trump’s latest decisions mark a significant shift in US foreign policy, reinforcing his administration’s “America First” stance. The withdrawal from the UN Human Rights Council is expected to draw criticism from international allies and human rights advocates who view it as a step back from global cooperation.
